2005 Acura EL vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Acura EL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Acura EL would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2005 Acura EL. (124 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 2005 Acura EL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 238 kg more than 2005 Acura EL. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Honda Accord is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Acura EL. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Acura EL. (155 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Acura EL. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 2005 Acura EL has manual transmission. 2005 Acura EL will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Acura EL | 2007 Honda Accord | |
Make | Acura | Honda |
Model | EL | Accord |
Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1667 cc | 2354 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 217 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1418 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |